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West Virginia
Capito Edges Closer to Morrisey in West Virginia’s GOP Gubernatorial Primary Polling
In a six-way GOP primary on May 14 to succeed term-limited Gov. Jim Justice, the attorney general and a former state lawmaker have emerged as the frontrunners.
Court Overturns West Virginia Transgender Sports Ban
The law was challenged in court by the American Civil Liberties Union.
West Virginia Legislation Could Allow Private Schools to Decide Their Own Vaccination Policies
A new vaccine bill passed West Virginia’s Senate 18-12, and now awaits Gov. Jim Justice’s approval before it can be signed into law.
Social Security Plan Would Phase Out Taxes in West Virginia
Lawmakers in West Virginia overwhelmingly passed a bill this week to phase out state taxes on Social Security payments.
Seven States Sue NCAA in Antitrust Suit
The transfer eligibility rule ‘imposes a one year delay in the eligibility of certain college athletes transferring between NCAA member institutions.’
Sen. Manchin Says He Won’t Run for Reelection, Dealing Setback to Democrats
The senator’s move significantly boosts the chances of the GOP flipping the West Virginia seat.
State of Emergency Issued in West Virginia Amid Severe Flooding
A state of emergency was declared across five counties in West Virginia on Aug. 28 after heavy rainfall caused significant flooding in several parts of the state, damaging roads and homes.
